Childminder EY539053

Inspection date 26 April 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection and has implemented procedures to help safeguard children. She completes research online and attends training to keep up to date with current issues that may affect a child's welfare. n The childminder has risk assessments in place to help maintain a safe environment for children. She has public liability insurance and a valid paediatric first-aid qualification in place. The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to respond in an emergency situation. n The qualified childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of how children learn. She has procedures in place to monitor children's progress. She intends to complete regular observations and assessments to help identify what children need to learn next. The childminder aims to plan activities based on children's interests. n The childminder has flexible settling-in arrangements in place. She plans to gather key

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information from parents about their child when they first start at the setting. The childminder aims to use this information to help to promote children's individual care and learning needs. n The childminder understands the importance of developing good partnerships with parents and professionals. This helps to promote a shared and consistent approach to a child's care and learning. n The childminder recognises the benefits of self-evaluation and has procedures in place to evaluate the provision. This helps to identify any areas to improve. n The childminder aims to support children to manage their behaviour well. For example, she intends to talk to children about feelings and emotions. This helps to promote children's self-esteem. n The childminder plans to take children on regular outings, including trips to the local farm and to the park. She aims to provide children with opportunities to participate in

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physical activities and learn how to lead a healthy lifestyle.

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There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities

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n The inspector had a tour of the premises that will be used for childminding purposes. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector reviewed suitability checks for all adults living and working on the premises. n The inspector reviewed policies, procedures and other records regarding health and safety. n The inspector discussed the childminder's plans to evaluate the quality of the setting and service she provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539053 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10079908 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification and works alongside another registered childminder. The childminder offers early education funded places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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